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The Inland Sea

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In 1971, author and film scholar Donald Richie published a poetic travelogue about his explorations of the islands of Japan’s Inland Sea, recording his search for traces of a traditional way of life as well as his own journey of self-discovery. Twenty years later, filmmaker Lucille Carra undertook a parallel trip inspired by Richie’s by-then-classic book, capturing images of hushed beauty and meeting people who still carried on the fading customs that Richie had observed. Interspersed with surprising detours—a visit to a Frank Sinatra-loving monk, a leper colony, an ersatz temple of plywood and plaster—and woven together by Richie’s narration as well as a score by celebrated composer Toru Takemitsu, The Inland Sea is an eye-opening voyage and a profound meditation on what it means to be a foreigner.

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    7.1/10

    8 votes

Status
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Budget
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Language
Japanese
  • japan
  • woman director
  • travelogue

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    • Premiere1 Dec 1991

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When was The Inland Sea released?
The Inland Sea was released on 1 December 1991.
Where can I watch The Inland Sea online?
The Inland Sea is available on Criterion Channel in US. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
Is there a Hindi trailer for The Inland Sea?
No verified Hindi trailer for The Inland Sea is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
What is the rating of The Inland Sea?
The Inland Sea holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 8 votes.
Who directed The Inland Sea?
The Inland Sea (1991) was directed by Lucille Carra.
How long is The Inland Sea?
The Inland Sea runs for 56m.

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